Black Turnstones are experts at camouflage. The best way to spot them is when they are flying because that shows some of their white feathers. When they walk around on rocks, they are very difficult to see with the dark feathers on top showing.
Now that you know how hard it is to spot it, here are some closer shots.
Now to see some up close.
Turnstones enjoy rocks being washed by the salt water, feeding barnacles and other shelled creatures.
Facts about the Black Turnstone from All About Birds on the Internet for those that want to know more.
If anyone has Black Turnstone photos or tales, I’d love to hear about them.
The Bucket gallery is now open for your photo or comment additions. Hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving.
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December 2: clickadee
December 9: appy
December 16: jeff
December 23: cal
December 30:
Anyone want to join us for one of the last two Fridays in December?